5 things to do this weekend

There’s so much going on this weekend that it’s hard to pick just five things.

These events, though, won’t break the bank.

BTW, keep sending in ideas!

We love it, even if it’s hard to choose.

The San Joaquin Bicycle Coalition hosts a free 22-mile bicycle ride to Lodi wine country with a pitstop at Tillie's Restaurant in downtown Lodi to refuel. The event starts and ends at Bear Creek High School at a leisurely pace with regroup stops for all riders. Kids must wear helmets and adults should too. Bring drinks, sunscreen and a bike lock.

What: A Long, Slow Bike Ride.

When: 8 a.m., Saturday.

Where: Bear Creek High School, 10555 Thornton Rd., Stockton.

Information: Email tviall@msn.com or call (209) 969-3875.

Things that go vroom make little kids smile. This family friendly event has airplane rides, radio control model airplanes and car show and live entertainment and free hot dogs.

What: Wings & Wheels.

When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday.

Where: Kingdon Airpark, 12145 N. DeVries Rd., Lodi.

Admission: Free.

Information: (209) 331-2961.

Pixie Woods - Stockton's very own amusement park - is open for the season and celebrating its birthday with theatrical performances, free cake and character visits. Children are encouraged to wear a costume.

What: Pixie Woods Birthday Party.

When: noon to 5 p.m., Saturday.

Where: Pixie Woods, Louis Park, 3121 Occidental Ave., Stockton.

Admission: children under 2, free; 2 and older, $4, there is a fee for rides.

Information: stocktongov.com or (209) 937-7366.

San Joaquin County Parks and Recreation and the Delta Fly Fishers host this 30th annual catfish derby featuring 2,500 pounds of fish. Anglers compete for prizes. A $5 fishing permit fee and valid California fishing license is required for those 16 and older. Particpants must bring their own fishing gear.

What: Catfish Derby.

When: 6:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday.

Where: Oak Grove Regional Park, I-5 and Eight Mile Rd., Stockton.

Admission: Free, $6 vehicle parking fee.

Information: (209) 331-2050 or sjparks.com.

Shawn Bennett is bringing ballroom dancing back to Stockton with a one-hour dance lesson followed by three hours of music and the chance to twirl on the dance floor. What: Ballroom dancing.

When: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday.

Where: Whirlow's building, 1906 Pacific Ave., Stockton. To find the dance studio, go to the parking lot in the rear of the building and look for the signs on the door.